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Age Range
9 - 14
Genre
graphic novel
Copyright Year
2023-01-22
Page Count
256
Publisher
North Star Editions
Grade Level
4th - 8th
ISBN
978-1631636929
Themes
perserverance
adventue
martial arts

Jiu-Jitsu Girl

Written by Jennifer Dutton

Sixth grader Angie dreads being pushed into Jiu-Jitsu, especially as she tries to fit in with the “normal” kids at school. When a tournament, family changes, and an unexpected friendship complicate things, she’s forced to question where she truly belongs. Through it all, Angie learns to define herself on her own terms.

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Age Range
9 - 14
Genre
graphic novel
Copyright Year
2023-01-22
Page Count
256
Publisher
North Star Editions
Grade Level
4th - 8th
ISBN
978-1631636929
Themes
perserverance
adventue
martial arts
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